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Reference
The disc may be upside down. !6
Wipe the disc.
Replace the disc if it is scratched, warped, or nonstandard. !6
Condensation may have formed in the player due to a sudden change in temperature. Wait about an
hour for it to clear and try again.
The display is wrong or play
won’t start.
Troubleshooting guide
Before requesting service, make the below checks. If you can’t fix the system as described below, or if something not listed here occurs, refer to
the enclosed directory to locate an Authorized Service Center convenient to you or contact your dealer.
Reference pages are shown as black circled numbers y.
Common Problems
No sound. Turn the volume up.
The speaker cords may be shorted. Turn the unit off, check and correct the connections and turn the
unit on. y
Sounds unfixed, reversed or
come from one speaker only
Check the speaker connections. y
Humming heard during play An AC mains lead or fluorescent light is near the cables. Keep other appliances and leads away from
this unit’s cables.
If possible in your area, turn the AC mains lead’s plug or connector over to reverse the lead’s
polarity.
“ERROR” is displayed. Incorrect operation performed. Read the instructions and try again.
“U70” is displayed Connect the flat cables firmly. If “U70” remains on the display, contact the dealer.
“F61” is displayed. There is a problem with the amplifier. Consult your dealer.
ECO mode on but display still
lights up in standby mode.
Turn DEMO off. !0
Listening to the radio
Noise is heard.
The stereo indicator flickers or
doesn’t light.
Sound is distorted.
Use an outdoor antenna. i
A beat sound is heard. Turn the TV off or separate it from the unit.
A low hum is heard during AM
broadcasts.
Separate the antenna from other cables and leads.
The correct AM frequency can’t
be tuned in.
Change the frequency step. Hold [FM/AM] or [AM] down for 10 seconds to change the step to 9 kHz.
The cassette deck
Poor quality sound.
Clean the heads. @6
Check the Dolby NR setting. !4
Recording is not possible.
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !9
The CD player
During “One touch” editing (
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“NO TAPE” is displayed.
Load a cassette. !4
“CHANGE TAPE” is displayed.
If the erasure prevention tabs have been removed, cover the holes with adhesive tape. !9
The remote control
The remote control doesn’t work.
Check the batteries are inserted correctly. t
Replace the batteries if they are worn.
All components are required to service the system. If service is ever necessary, bring the entire system.